One-on-One College Consulting is seeking an enthusiastic and confident Admissions Consultant with significant experience advising high school students throughout the college admissions process. Applicants should be excited about joining a dynamic, growth-oriented team and embrace One-on-One’s philosophy and proven advising system.
A successful candidate will be skilled in connecting with and empowering high school students to navigate their college search process with confidence and develop a powerful, authentic narrative during their college application process. Candidates should be able to ensure that students achieve time-sensitive milestones and demonstrate a successful track record of strong writing and editing skills for resume and essay development.
This position develops a personalized college admissions strategy for a caseload of 25-30 high school students. The Consultant is the primary point of contact for parents and also works collaboratively with a team of admissions coaches to ensure an outstanding service delivery for each student. Schedule must be flexible to meet with students outside of school hours.
This role is fully remote and is a key member of our full-time team during an exciting period of growth at One-on-One College Consulting.
Responsibilities:
Provide expert guidance to high school juniors on career counseling, course selection, standardized testing, extracurricular activities, and college list development
Manage the college application process with high school seniors from start to finish, advising on how to maximize chance of acceptance, meet strategic deadlines, and develop actionable, quantifiable resumes and powerful personal narratives
Exude confidence and enthusiasm when helping students navigate a complex admissions process
Help students set and meet college planning goals throughout One-on-One’s comprehensive programs
Support students through the essay process, including brainstorming and topic selection, content and structural feedback, grammar and punctuation review, and specific recommendations for strengthening the final product
Build trust and a strong rapport with students and parents
Be a team player and contribute to the company’s mission of personalizing and simplifying the admissions process
Work independently, be insightful and responsive to students’ needs, and know when to stay ahead of potential issues that may arise
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Extensive knowledge of U.S. colleges and universities and current admissions trends
At least three years of experience working with high school students on the college search and application process
Proven track record of managing multiple, deadline-driven projects with a growth mindset
Excellent organizational and motivational skills to connect with students from diverse backgrounds
Strong writing and editing skills
Demonstrated ability to help students improve their essays through several drafts
Proficient in Google Suite
Prior experience in college athletics and familiarity with the MBTI® and career counseling is a plus
One-on-One College Consulting is a private, comprehensive educational consulting firm that guides high school students and families in exploring options and making informed decisions regarding the college admissions process. Our specialty is working with student-athletes. We offer individual services, group events, as well as sport-specific clinics and showcases.